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Quarterback

An offensive back whose primary job is to pass the ball in a play.

📖 Definitions of "Quarterback"

noun

1
An offensive back whose primary job is to pass the ball in a play.
2
An offensive back who receives the snap (hike) and then blocks the defense from crossing the line of scrimmage; a blocking back.
3
(rugby football) A position just behind the forwards, or one who plays this position.

verb

1
To play the position of quarterback.
2
(by extension) To lead a team or group; to be primarily responsible for some group project or activity.

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